State Guides
Small claims court rules vary significantly by state. Choose your state for specific information.
At a Glance: State Comparison
| State | Claim Limit | Filing Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
CA California | $12,500 | $30-$75 | View Guide |
NY New York | $10,000 | $15-$20 | View Guide |
TX Texas | $20,000 | $50-$100 | View Guide |
FL Florida | $8,000 | $55-$300 | View Guide |
PA Pennsylvania | $12,000 | $50-$125 | View Guide |
OH Ohio | $6,000 | $40-$75 | View Guide |
IL Illinois | $10,000 | $15-$50 | View Guide |
WA Washington | $10,000 | $35-$50 | View Guide |
* Limits and fees are approximate and may vary. Always verify with your local court.
California
Claim limit: $12,500
Filing fee: $30-$75
New York
Claim limit: $10,000
Filing fee: $15-$20
Texas
Claim limit: $20,000
Filing fee: $50-$100
Florida
Claim limit: $8,000
Filing fee: $55-$300
Pennsylvania
Claim limit: $12,000
Filing fee: $50-$125
Ohio
Claim limit: $6,000
Filing fee: $40-$75
Illinois
Claim limit: $10,000
Filing fee: $15-$50
Washington
Claim limit: $10,000
Filing fee: $35-$50
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